Harmony House on South Bay, Pelee Island

Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
Property grounds
4.2
Excellent(21 Reviews)

Cottage in Pelee

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

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Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this cottage rental

Harmony House on the South Bay of Pelee Island is a place to unwind, unplug and reconnect. It's a place for families large and small , for hikers, bicyclists, fishermen, swimmers, sunbathers and bird watchers.

(PLEASE NOTE. Our large cottage only rents for 1or 2 week sessions during the summer season. No weekends. GO TO RENTAL RATES TO SEE WEEKLY RATES IN CANADA $) Thanks....oh, and by the way, this is not a B and B.

Outside, where you'll probably spend the most time, is a large grassy lawn with shade trees, and an observation deck overlooking Lake Erie and the clean blue water that stretches as far as you can see. In the morning from the deck on the break-wall, you'll take your cup of hot tea and often watch flocks of geese, cormorant, pelicans, great blue herons, gulls and egrets feed in the sandy shallows. In the afternoon you can sunbathe, read, play cards or swim in the warm shallow water. There is a small beach nearby, but no steps from our deck, since the storms summer 2018 washed them away twice. We swim at Eagle Beach, a small, little used beach about 3 minutes walk from the house, or at one of the several other public beaches a short drive away. Perhaps you'll take a bike ride along the shore to the public beach, or the old lighthouse. Maybe you'll want to tour the winery, or go to the museum which tells about the history of the island and about the endangered and rare wildlife that find a home here. Some days may want to rent bikes or kayaks. or perhaps charter a boat and go fishing.



Pelee is famous for rare birds and butterfly migrations, so bring your binoculars. In the evening you'll watch the sunset from the deck and roast marshmallows over a campfire or if you're in the mood, head for one of the local restaurants for a fish dinner and some music. Before bed go back out to the deck to look at a sky full of stars.

The cottage has 5 bedrooms, one with a king bed, two with queen beds, and two with two twin beds. Most rooms are air-conditioned but because of the constant breeze from the lake all the rooms are usually cool and comfortable.

There is a laundry room with washer and dryer. Also available, TV and VCR. You can make reservations for the ferry, which runs several times daily, from Canada or Sandusky, Ohio. You can also fly from Port Clinton, Ohio or Windsor CA.

* Bring your own sheets, pillow cases and towels. Blankets are provided.
* Basic food is available at the Island Co-op store, but it’s expensive. There is also a farmer’s market at the quarry on Saturday AM
* Toliet paper, dish soap, laundry soap and hand soap are provided.
* There is a gas/charcoal grill, with propane but bring your own charcoal if you prefer.
* Wifi is purposely not provided. We get emails and text out on the deck if we use our cell phones. You can also connect at the Art Works store for a small fee.
* Comfort Tech Bikes rents bicycles and will even bring them to you if you don’t have a vehicle. There is also a taxi and you can arrange tours.



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Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

4.2
Excellent(21 Reviews)
5.0
Jul 2024
We enjoyed a peaceful and relaxing stay.
5.0
May 2024
We were there for work it was very nice and comfortable and quiet with a great view of the lake.
4.0
star 5 empty
May 2024
Some nice improvements since Covid, especially vent fan and light over stove! Beds are comfortable. Lots of room for family units. Lovely property.
4.0
star 5 empty
Oct 2023
Well furnished, comfortable traditional home. Both bathrooms downstairs with steep stairs to second floor and all but one bedroom.
3.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Aug 2023
Was expecting a sandy beach w/in walking distance from the house- but all we found was a rocky area, so we didn’t end up being able to swim there, and had to drive to the beach. We had mice in the kitchen which we discovered our first morning and had to throw away a lot of food and spent a lot of time cleaning up mice droppings-there were also a lot of insects inside the home (several varieties) I’m currently covered with bites all over my body that ate me during the night while sleeping. The house was large, so there was room for everyone. If you go there be sure to get directions to the house- since there is no wi-if you can’t rely on a navigation system - took our party well over an hour to find the house with no way to contact the hosts
4.0
star 5 empty
Aug 2022
Great getaway. No beach access however there is a beach 2-minute walk. No WIFI awesome there are great movies DVD, VHS, and great family games. Everyone is so nice in town and waves. The hike to the lighthouse is so worth it. Great fishing, trails nature reserves, and excellent wine tour. Make sure you have everything you need supply wise coop is expensive. If you want to unplug come to Harmony House the name truly expalins everythinh tha it is.
5.0
May 2022
Everything we could have wanted and dog friendly! It was a perfectly peaceful place to stay and such a pretty island, and the locals are all so friendly. Thanks Tom and Patsy, Mary and friends
3.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Aug 2021
We had a good time on Pelee. It is a beautiful island especially if you love and are interested in nature. There are several different eco-systems happening here, which are fascinating. and so important. The cottage is on a beautiful spot right next to the lake. Unfortunately, and I believe this is mainly due to the fact that the owners were unable to be at their property for two years because of COVID, the cottage felt like it had been neglected somewhat. It has the potential to be a very lovely place where families could really enjoy themselves. The upstairs has four very nice bedrooms with lots of airy light. However, the main floor is quite dark and feels like it needs a really good clean eg. bugs need to be cleaned from around the window in the kitchen. The bathroom off of the bedroom on the main floor needs to have the carpet taken out because it did not smell good. The living room at the back of the house,where we spent most of our time, was nice and big and had big lovely windows. It would have been nice if we could have seen the lake from the house but there is a nice deck not far from the house that overlooks the lake that people can sit on. Over all it is a nice place that needs some updates, but we had a good time nevertheless. Our dogs loved the huge beautiful back yard. Tom and Patsy, the owners, were great and very honest and communicative. They did all they could to make our stay as nice as possible under the circumstances. We'll return to Pelee Island one day. :)

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Pelee?

The average price for a rental in Pelee is R 5,696 per night. This rental is R 738 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Harmony House on South Bay, Pelee Island. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Harmony House on South Bay, Pelee Island pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Harmony House on South Bay, Pelee Island?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, fireplace, and parking.

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